Labor Day may mark the unofficial end of summer, but for taxpayers it kicks off something else entirely: crunch time. If you’ve been putting off your returns, the last stretch is here—and so are the penalties if you don’t act fast. Two critical deadlines are closing in: September 15 and ...

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Here’s the thing about worker classification – it’s one of those decisions that seems simple until it’s not. And when you get it wrong? The IRS doesn’t just send a friendly reminder. They send a bill that’ll make your head spin. After 15+ years of helping business owners navigate worker classification ...

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Got an IRS notice? Your next move determines whether this costs you hundreds or thousands.That envelope sitting on your kitchen counter isn’t going away, and neither is the problem inside it. But before you panic or make costly mistakes, here’s exactly what to do immediately to protect yourself and your ...

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73% of businesses that owe back taxes end up paying double what they originally owed. Here’s how to make sure you’re in the 27% who resolve it smart and keep more money in your pocket. The difference between the majority who get crushed by tax debt and the smart minority who ...

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June means we’re halfway through the year. Time to stop, look at what’s working (and what isn’t), and set yourself up for a strong second half. After working with 100+ business owners, we see the same pattern: businesses that do mid-year check-ups finish the year stronger than those that just keep ...

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Spring energy equals business energy! There’s something about fresh starts and new growth that gets entrepreneurs excited about taking their business to the next level. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been operating as a sole proprietor, now is the perfect time to protect your business with an LLC.After ...

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Most business owners know they have to pay taxes, but figuring out what you owe and when can feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces.After working with 100+ business owners, we see the same confusion: entrepreneurs who understand their business inside and out but get overwhelmed by the different ...

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You can’t grow what you can’t see. Most business owners are flying blind with their finances, making growth decisions based on their bank account balance instead of actual business performance.After working with 100+ business owners, we see the same story: hardworking entrepreneurs who want to grow but don’t know if ...

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Every small business owner knows bookkeeping matters, but most don’t realize how expensive their “small” mistakes actually are. These seven bookkeeping errors aren’t just inconvenient—they’re profit killers that can cost your business thousands of dollars every year. After working with 100+ business owners, we see these same costly mistakes over and ...

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Most business owners don’t wake up one day with massive tax problems. They start small—a missed deadline here, an unfiled return there—and snowball into something much bigger.After working with 100+ business owners, we’ve seen the same patterns over and over. Tax problems give you warning signs long before they become ...

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